Generic
Aluminium Hydroxide + Magnesium Hydroxide
Indications
Aluminium Hydroxide and Magnesium Hydroxide is indicated for Hyperacidity, peptic ulcer, gastritis, heartburn, sour stomach & dyspepsia.
Pharmacology
Each tablet contains- Dried Aluminium Hydroxide Gel BP (Al2O3 47%, minimum): 250 mg Magnesium Hydroxide BP: 400 mg Each 5 ml contains- Aluminium Oxide (Equivalent amount of Aluminium Hydroxide Gel USP): 175 mg Magnesium Hydroxide (Equivalent amount of Magnesium Hydroxide Paste USP): 225 mg
Contraindications
This drug inhibits the absorption of following drugs: Azithromycin, cefpodoxime, ciprofloxacin, isoniazid, rifampicin, norfloxacin, ofloxacin, pivampicillin, tetracyclines, Gabapentin and phenytoin, Itraconazole, ketoconazole, Chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine and Phenothiazines.
Side Effects
This is contraindicated in hypophosphataemia. It is also contraindicated in alkalosis and hypermagnesaemia where abdominal distention may be due to partial or complete intestinal obstruction.
Pregnancy And Lactation
Long term use of any antacid results in alkaluria, which may predispose to nephrolithiasis by forming precipitation of calcium phosphate.
Therapeutic
Keep below 30�C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
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